Jan 20th, 2006 · The practice of "laughter therapy" is growing in popularity. Devotees say the simple act of laughing helps relieve stress and improves things like blood flow and digestion. It's getting so popular that even the Pentagon is training military families to use it. Luke Burbank talks to some practitioners and the self-proclaimed head of the "laughter movement" to find out what's so funny.
Dec 26th, 2005 · Producer Trey Kay profiles the country-fried punsters known as the Surreal McCoys as part of Day to Day's occasional review of great bands that no longer exist. Kay remembers that the unique talents of the McCoys could make you rock, sway and split your sides with laughter.
Mar 10th, 2005 · NPR's Alex Chadwick speaks with NPR's Ira Flatow about a new study that indicates laughter really is good medicine.
Aug 18th, 2004 · Mel Brooks has spent decades making people laugh, from '50s TV to such films as Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein. His musical The Producers was a Broadway smash. The comedy legend speaks with NPR's Susan Stamberg.